Course Overview

Whether you're diving the Atlantic coast or exploring a local quarry, night diving opens the door to an entirely different underwater world. The SDI Night and Limited Visibility Diver course at Sink or Swim Scuba is your opportunity to experience the calm, mystery, and magic of diving after dark.

Far from being extreme, night dives are slow, peaceful, and surprisingly relaxing. Many divers find night diving to be the highlight of their ocean trips—where once-hidden marine life comes alive, creatures crawl and swim in the open, and your senses sharpen with each breath.

Don’t let the dark fool you—this is one of the most tranquil dives you'll ever experience.

What You’ll Learn

• How to plan and prepare for night and limited visibility dives

• Proper use of dive lights, including signaling and light etiquette

• Communication and navigation techniques in low-light conditions

• How to manage disorientation and stress underwater

• Safe techniques for entering, descending, and ascending at night

• How to dive in total darkness (yes, sometimes we turn off our lights for fun!)

Required Equipment (per SDI standards):

To ensure safety and a great experience, students must have the following gear:

• Primary dive light

• Backup dive light

• Tank marker light (chemical or battery-powered)

• Compass

• Surface signaling device (both audible and visual)

• Standard scuba setup, including exposure protection suitable for conditions

We strongly encourage using your own gear, purchased through Sink or Swim Scuba. Our team can help you find the right dive lights, accessories, and exposure gear to make your night diving experience exceptional.

Why Choose Sink or Swim Scuba?

• Relaxed, fun learning environment led by experienced instructors

• Local night dives at quarries and ocean sites

• We often include a cookout during our night dives – it's a full evening of adventure

• Our dives focus on safety, comfort, and confidence-building

Who Should Take This Course?

• Certified divers looking to expand their skills

• Divers planning tropical or ocean dive trips

• Quarry divers looking for something new

• Anyone curious about the peaceful beauty of the underwater world at night

• Ready to Dive In?

  Join us and experience why so many divers say night diving is the most memorable part of any dive trip. Whether you're planning for the ocean or a peaceful evening at the quarry, this specialty certification opens the door to a whole new diving experience.

  Check available course dates and sign up today.
  What’s Night Diving Really Like? Watch This Short Dive Clip! Curious what it feels like underwater at night? Check out this real footage from a peaceful and fun night dive with Sink or Swim Scuba. You’ll see why many divers say it’s the highlight of every trip.